2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 304 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 2003 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Magna | Sharan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |